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meteor

[mee-tee-er, -awr] / ˈmi ti ər, -ˌɔr /
NOUN
anything that progresses with spectacular speed
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Cinquemani's work draws attention to a less-studied type of hydrothermal system formed by meteor impacts.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

That could be a coincidence, but it’s also possible that a meteor will come crashing to my window and hit me right now.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

No one should ever be above skepticism no matter how sanctified and righteous they may seem — that’s why the New York Times investigation crashed into the Chicano collective sense of self like a meteor.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Reports suggest the event could be a meteor or space debris re-entering the atmosphere.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

“We’re hanging out here because there’s supposed to be a meteor shower tonight,” she says, lying to Anthony.

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle